Rob Bresnahan

Rob Bresnahan has served as U.S. Representative for Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District since January 2025. He is a construction company owner from Northeastern Pennsylvania who flipped the seat from Democrats in 2024.

Incumbency status: challenger

Education: Degree from the University of Scranton

Residence: Wyoming Borough, PA

Biography

Rob Bresnahan was born and raised in Wyoming Borough, Pennsylvania. He earned his degree from the University of Scranton. He is the owner of a construction company that specializes in rehabbing historic buildings in downtown Scranton. He was elected to Congress in 2024, defeating incumbent Democrat Matt Cartwright. His stock trades have drawn scrutiny during the 2026 cycle.

Professional background

U.S. Representative (2025–present); Construction company owner

Public service

U.S. Representative, Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District (2025–present)

In this race

Ratings & scores

  • Heritage Action: 42% (2026)